One of the most important habits in squash is watching your opponent play their shot. Yet many players either take a quick glance and then look away at the crucial moment, or fail to watch the shot at all. By staying focused, you can gather valuable information from their movement, preparation, balance, and contact point, all of which can reveal clues about their shot selection and where the ball is likely to go. This information is a key part of anticipation: it allows you to make better-informed decisions, adjust your T position, and begin moving early towards the area you think the ball may be hit. Over time, learning to read these cues can help you react better, move more efficiently and ultimately reach morte balls with options.